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AMD Ryzen 5 3600X desktop CPU in retail box

AMD

AMD Ryzen 5 3600X 100-100000022BOX desktop processor

SKU CH-CN8E-VBZGG

Six-core desktop processor with 12 threads, 3.8 GHz base and 4.4 GHz boost clocks, 32 MB L3 cache, 95 W TDP and PCIe 4.0 support on AM4 socket

  • Product nameRyzen 5 3600X
  • CPU cores6-Core
  • CPU socketSocket AM4
  • Maximum turbo clock4.4 GHz
  • TDP rating95 W
  • Processor classDesktop
  • 6 cores and 12 threads handle heavy multitasking
  • 8 GHz base clock reaches 4.4 GHz max boost
  • 32 MB L3 cache cuts memory latency
  • 95 W TDP balances performance and heat
  • PCIe 4.0 with 16 lanes enables fast peripherals

Six-core desktop processor

The AMD Ryzen 5 3600X is a six-core, twelve-thread desktop processor built on the 7nm Zen 2 architecture. It targets gamers and content creators who want strong multi-threaded performance without stepping up to higher core counts. The unlocked multiplier allows straightforward overclocking on compatible motherboards.

3.8 GHz base with 4.4 GHz boost

Base clock runs at 3.8 GHz and can reach a 4.4 GHz max boost frequency when thermal headroom allows. The 95 W TDP means sustained all-core workloads will push against the cooler’s limits faster than lower-power chips. PCIe 4.0 support provides 16 lanes for modern graphics cards and storage, while the dual-channel memory controller works with DDR4.

Wraith Spire cooler included

The boxed 100-100000022BOX version ships with a Wraith Spire cooler, letting builders run at stock speeds without buying a separate heatsink. No additional software utilities are bundled, so tuning relies on motherboard BIOS or third-party tools. Buyers who need more than six cores or higher sustained frequencies should look at eight-core alternatives.

How it compares

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Price $64.99
Cheaper than about 80% of the 494 comparable items (median $149.99).
CPU cores 6-Core
Lower than about 80% of the 271 comparable items (median 8).
Maximum turbo clock 4.4 GHz
Lower than about 70% of the 246 comparable items (median 4.7 GHz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameAMD
Product lineRyzen 5 3rd Gen
Model name100-100000022BOX
Product nameRyzen 5 3600X
Performance
Working frequency3.8 GHz
Processor
CPU cores6-Core
CPU socketSocket AM4
Maximum turbo clock4.4 GHz
TDP rating95 W
Processor classDesktop
Processor codenameMatisse (Zen 2)
CPU threads12-Threads
Level 2 cache3 MB
Level 3 cache32 MB
Process node7 nm
CPU instruction set64-Bit
Virtualization supportYes
Max PCIe lanes16
Memory
Channel configuration2
Ports & slots
PCIe generation4.0 / 3.0
Compatibility
Compatible systemsWindows 11
In the box
Included coolerNot included - Processor Only

Questions about this item

Will the Ryzen 5 3600X work with my existing DDR4 memory and AM4 motherboard?

The processor uses the AM4 socket and supports DDR4 memory across two channels, so it will run on compatible AM4 boards with your current DDR4 modules.

How can I verify the 3.8 GHz base clock and 4.4 GHz max boost are active after installation?

Check the operating frequency in BIOS or a monitoring tool such as Ryzen Master; you should see 3.8 GHz at idle and up to 4.4 GHz under single-threaded load when thermals allow.

Does the 100-100000022BOX package include a cooler or do I need to buy one separately?

The BOX suffix indicates the retail package ships with AMD's Wraith Spire cooler, so no separate cooler purchase is required for standard operation.

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